scientific methodology
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Scientific Methodology. 7 Basic Steps. Identify the problem (question) . Why won’t my car start?. Research (gather information). Look under the hood for a possible problem. Hypothesis (a possible explanation). Corrosion on the battery may be causing a bad connection. Procedure. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Scientific Methodology7 Basic Steps
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Identify the problem (question)
Why won’t my car start?
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Research (gather information)
Look under the hood for a possible problem.
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Hypothesis (a possible explanation)
Corrosion on the battery may be causing a bad connection
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Procedure• Remove wires with 11mm socket and
wrench• Clean battery terminals and wires with a
brush• Reconnect clean battery wires
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Experiment (test the hypothesis)
Do the procedure and then try to start the car.
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Results (collect and analyze data)
Engine roared. Car started!
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ConclusionThe car wouldn’t start due to a bad battery
connection.
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